Staff

Toni Mattson's Bio

​Toni graduated with a degree in marketing and merchandising following which she co-managed her family’s 90-year-old men’s clothing store for six years. Toni left retail for a position reorganizing the advertising department at a newspaper office and later served as Director of Marketing for an area national bank for four years.
When Bill and Toni decided to move to Eau Claire, Toni became a successful area Realtor as well as an entrepreneur in internet sales and contact management services. In 2002, she became a co-owner of Trinity Equestrian Center with her husband and sister. She obtained a degree from University of St. Thomas in fund development for non-profit organizations, received her certification from EAGALA as a Certified Equine Specialist, and then, in 2005, initiated Trinity’s horse therapy programs for underprivileged and special needs kids, adults, families, and veterans.
Toni has been a speaker for God’s Great Outdoors traveling the country and Canada since 2002 and in 2009, became an ordained Christian chaplain.

One of Toni’s greats passions is to help other Equine Centers fulfill their dream by developing a successful, effective and purpose-filled equine therapy program.  She devotes much of her time these days to training, business development and consulting across the US and has development Trinity’s TEC University.

Toni’s primary responsibilities at Trinity are managing, marketing, fund development, and director of all programs and ministries.

Toni Mattson
Owner, Program Director
EAGALA CES, PATH ESMHL
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TONI'S BIO

Ian Mattson's Bio

Ian attended UW-Stout, CVTC, and the Law Enforcement Academy. He holds a degree in criminal justice and is trained as a certified police sniper. 
Ian retired from law-enforcement to devote his full-time effort in the development of what has grown to be TEC's largest program, and serves as the Director of Trinity's THE POWER OF EXAMPLE Youth Development and Mentoring Program. 
Ian manages a team of over 30 mentors serving nearly 50 at risk youth throughout the state of Wisconsin. He is also an integral member of TEC's Business Development and Consulting team.

Ian Mattson
President
Director of Mentoring

IAN'S BIO

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Jan Behm's Bio

For 22 years, Jan managed her family's 90 year old men's clothing store and continued to do so until its closing in 2001. In 2002, she became a co-owner of Trinity Equestrian Center along with her sister and brother-in-law. Jan has been integral in the start up and growth of TEC's Healing and Therapy Center that serves underprivileged, at-risk and special needs kids, adults, families, and veterans. Jan is the Director of Equine Care & Services at Trinity.
Jan has completed her PATH certification and is excited to be a Certified Equine Specialist and Mental Health Learning professional and is proud to join TEC's treatment team.

Jan Behm 
Owner, Operations Director
PATH ESMHL
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JAN'S BIO

Larissa Johnson's Bio

Bio Coming Soon...

Larissa Johnson
Therapy Administrator
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​LARISSA'S BIO

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Rachael Mattson
Mentoring HR
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RACHAEL'S BIO

Rachael Mattson's Bio

Hello, I'm Rachael! I was taken on as as the Trinity Mentoring HR Director in January of 2018 after retiring my career as a registered nurse, but my time with Trinity started back in January of 2005 with Trinity Birthday Parties. I also started dating Ian at that time! We have been married since July 2010 and have 3 beautiful children with one more on the way and 2 awesome dogs! Ian is just as much my best friend and love of my life now as he was those first days back in January of 2005.  I love Jesus and believe He can be found anywhere and everywhere; all you have to do is look. I also love front porch sitting, enjoying the flowers, reading a good book, and eating delicious, fresh food!

Tracy Strubel
Clinical Supervisor
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TRACY'S BIO

Tracy Strubel's Bio

Tracy received her bachelor's degree in human development and family studies and her master's degree in mental health counseling from UW-Stout. She has worked as a family advocate at a domestic abuse and sexual assault agency and as a lead therapist at an adolescent residential treatment facility. Currently, Tracy works as a therapist with families and at-risk youth. She has attended the OK Corral Series seminar Coming Home Again: Equine-Assisted Applications for Veterans and Their Families. Tracy has been part of the Trinity team since September 2012 as a lead therapist in the Equine Assisted Psychotherapy program. "I have felt drawn towards experiential therapy since grad school and I am happy to finally be putting that interest to work at Trinity. I believe this form of experiential therapy can be very powerful and healing for clients dealing with trauma and other struggles due to the process and experiences with the horses."

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   Amy Des Forge
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   AMY'S BIO

  Tami Christianson
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Amanda Becker's Bio

Hi! My name is Amanda Becker. I am currently a student at the University of Wisconsin River Falls. I will be graduating this May with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science with an emphasis of Equine Management as well as a minor in Agricultural Business. I have competed in both western and English classes locally through the Western Saddle Club Association (WSCA) and horsemanship classes at the intercollegiate level through the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA). I have always had a passion for horses and assisting those in need, so I am very excited to return to Trinity Equestrian Center. In the past I have done day camps, trail rides, and riding lessons at Trinity. I will be continuing my education through PATH to become a certified therapeutic riding instructor and equine specialist. I am so pleased to be able to return to my community and serve those around me!​

   Amanda Weber
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    Katie Nelson
     Barn Manager 
      PATH TRI

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   KATIE'S BIO